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Bideford Quay Public Realm Concept Design Commission

TORRIDGE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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27 Nov 2025 at 10:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Bideford Quay Public Realm Concept Design Commission" was managed by Torridge District Council, located in Bideford, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically architectural and related services, as identified by the CPV classification. The council sought a concept design to enhance the Fisherman's Wharf area in Bideford Quay, with the project's dialogue involving community feedback on the quay's future role. The process was a limited competition, below the threshold, and has now reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to LDA DESIGN CONSULTING LTD. The project commenced on 26th November 2025 and is expected to be completed by 31st March 2026, with the total contract value amounting to £70,676.40.

This tender presents opportunities for architectural firms and design consultancies to enhance their portfolio with a public realm design project, demonstrating their capability to work on strategic community-focused developments. Firms experienced in handling public projects and capable of producing innovative design concepts for urban spaces would find this tender particularly beneficial. The engagement not only offers financial rewards but also solidifies a firm's reputation in public sector commissions, thereby potentially leading to further contracts in the UK and beyond.

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Notice Title

Bideford Quay Public Realm Concept Design Commission

Notice Description

The purpose of this project is to prepare a RIBA Stage 1 concept design for public realm enhancements to the Fisherman's Wharf area of Bideford Quay. That initial design needs to form the basis of a conversation with the local community about the future of the quay, its role within the local economy and society, and how it is used to shape the future of Bideford.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e9e7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077558-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71200000 - Architectural and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£58,897 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
26 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TORRIDGE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@torridge.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIDEFORD
Postcode
EX39 2QG
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Torridge
Electoral Ward
Bideford North
Westminster Constituency
Torridge and Tavistock

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LDA DESIGN CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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